'Wonder nutrients' for the cardiovascular system 05-04-2006 Soy is one of the miracle foods of the nineties especially for men. Not only does this nutrient look after your heart but it also offers significant protection for your prostate and can even prevent baldness. Partaking of soy significantly decreases LDL (the bad fat) and cholesterol while raising HDL (the good fat). There is some evidence to suggest that a 20 per cent decline in ischaemic heart disease could result from a shift to soy protein consumption. Garlic also has the effect of lowering cholesterol and LDL while increasing HDL. Consuming regular garlic will lower elevated blood pressure. Essential fats which can be obtained from such sources as flaxseed, wheatgerm, pumpkin seeds and fish oil also offer numerous health benefits. Like garlic and soy they prevent your blood vessels from developing atherosclerosis by raising HDL and lowering LDL. Coenzyme Q10, carnitine and selenium are other important nutrients that safeguard the functioning of your heart muscle. Efficient generation of energy is guaranteed if you have sufficient amounts of these substances in your body. Unfortunately your diet may not provide enough of these and that is why it is probably wise to take supplements of these vital nutrients. Male Vitality | New theories | Preventing heart disease | The healthy diet | Wonder nutrients for the cardiovascular system | Opening your heart | Protecting your prostate | Losing your hair? | Antioxidants | Male Vitality Summary